ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Media relations is a huge part of any PR program , given the third-party validation that comes with earned media. Industry analyst relations (AR) can be a foundation for lead generation. And much like media relations, there are nuances involved. Who are analysts? Navigating the pay-to-play landscape.

Wireless 309

Wireless B2B Report Media Relations 309

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Re-writing the AI draft “We’ll spend more time rewriting ChatGPT’s draft press releases, and less time finding relevant topics, reporters… thanks to it as well.” AI will continue to have a profound impact on creative and marketing fields, including PR. There will be a glut of AI-generated content as well.

Writing 211

Writing Communications Marketing B2B 211

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

MAY 13, 2021

-Build relationships with key members of media and proactively pitch targeted outlets, including broadcast, print and new media. Write and edit media materials, including media alerts, fact sheets, bios, and case studies. Daily client communication to update, report on and discuss media relations.

B2B 203

B2B Policies Case Study Enterprise 203

Onclusive

AUGUST 9, 2021

Earned Media & Media Relations. In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 370

Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 370

Cision

DECEMBER 12, 2017

Media leads are a powerful tool, and the key to earning coverage is learning how to really capture people’s interest. What you need to be successful is a guidebook to improve your media relations efforts. Because more earned media can help build your brand recognition, improve SEO and sell more. They’re only human.

How To 279

How To Media Pitching Creativity 279

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 30, 2021

First, have a clear understanding of the reporters you work with most frequently and try to check what they’re writing about, even if you don’t have an urgent media inquiry. Building better media relations means making reporters’ lives easier.

Media 333

Media Pitching Report B2B 333

5W PR

JANUARY 26, 2025

This shift represents a fundamental change in how PR professionals work, allowing them to focus on strategy and creativity while AI handles time-consuming tactical tasks. Real-Time Media Intelligence Through AI Media monitoring has evolved from manual tracking to sophisticated AI systems that scan millions of online conversations instantly.

Publicity 78

Publicity System Crisis Management Analysis 78

Cision

APRIL 8, 2015

Write as if it were a front page article. She says writing your headlines as they’d look in a reporter’s article can “show the reporter the article through his/her readers’ eyes.”. She says writing your headlines as they’d look in a reporter’s article can “show the reporter the article through his/her readers’ eyes.”.

Writing 120

Writing Retail Content Marketing Groups 120

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 17, 2021

88% of PR pros say creativity is more important in the era of Covid. I’ve spent the past few weeks breaking down the survey results from the 2021 JOTW Strategic Communications Survey ( overview , challenges and the media relations struggle ). PR places a premium on creativity in Covid era.

Creativity 99

Creativity Study Ethics Publicity 99

Solo PR Pro

OCTOBER 18, 2022

A big misconception about public relations is that the only thing PR pros do is media relations. Here's how the Public Relations Society of America defines public relations : “Public relations is a strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.”.

Media Relations 97

Media Relations Media Social Media Internal 97

B2B PR Sense

JANUARY 5, 2018

Handpicked Related Content. Myth #3: PR is not the same as media relations. Media relations is a subset of PR. For example, if you want to generate more website traffic, you may be better off authoring and placing articles in targeted outlets rather than trying to get the media to write about you.

Crisis Management 238

Crisis Management B2B Reputation Advertising 238

Cision

APRIL 7, 2017

Kristin Daher, the President and founder of Powerhouse Communications , spearheads the creative communications agency providing a wide range of media relations, brand strategy, and social media services with a specialty in the foodservice and franchise space. What are your secrets for media relations success?

Pitching 228

Pitching Agency Social Media Creativity 228

5W PR

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Although the pandemic changed all of that, plenty of media relations professionals found a way to change their strategies according to the current situation. All of this means that public relations experts should be creative in creating and pitch stories to the media outlets and the public.

Creativity 88

Creativity Pitching Small Business Media 88

Business Wire

AUGUST 9, 2017

Business Wire is proud to announce that two of our very own thought leaders have organized creative, and unique, panels that all communicators can benefit from and now’s your chance to vote them in and make them a reality. Now, robots are doing the writing for you. What are these robots looking for in a news story?

Conference 166

Conference Technology Mobile Analytics 166

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 27, 2022

Social media adds value. Social media posts can be more than company news and updates. Brands get creative on social channels. In responding to a breaking story with your own commentary or news, you can create additional, opportunistic coverage to augment proactive media efforts. Here are five ways to amplify PR efforts.

Social Media 322

Social Media Data Report Leadership 322

Prohibition

AUGUST 14, 2024

We’re constantly seeking out ways to further enhance our media relations strategies and build stronger connections with key journalists. AI For Smarter Outreach Identifying relevant journalists: It’s fair to say that one of the most time-consuming aspects of media relations is finding the right journalists to pitch to.

Media Relations 62

Media Relations Media Pitching B2C 62

Cision

JUNE 15, 2017

Awards, providing a forum that reflects the innovative, creative, and cultural competence of Hispanic market campaigns across several categories. What is your secret to Public Relations and media relations success? This is very important in mainstream PR and even more so for successful Hispanic media relations.

Automotive 245

Automotive Resources Consumer Course 245

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 30, 2018

It’s easy to relegate media list development to the remedial PR file — things that are too basic to analyze or improve. But for PR and media relations people, a good media database is critical. The target audiences will dictate which media to include, but be creative when thinking through the story possibilities.

Media 136

Media Mobile Telecommunications Pitching 136

Cision

JULY 19, 2017

Write a standout pitch. Be creative. Then ask if the media contact would like a sample. Many publications have gift guides broken down into categories: Under $100, Under $50, etc. Lowering a product’s price from $51.99 gives you a better chance of being featured in that under $50 guide. Don’t go over one page.

Pitching 235

Pitching Print Creativity Blogging 235

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 6, 2017

Many also look for over-the-top creativity or that unique “something.” For example, understand the difference between the Bulldog Awards (geared to excellence in media relations) and the SABRE Awards (looking more at winning strategies.) ” Do prioritize. Don’t forget to merchandise your wins.

B2B 168

B2B Video Exercises Infographics 168

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JANUARY 21, 2016

The “too creative” pitch. Clever writing and puns have their place, but err on the side of simple, clear language to get your points across. We’re not above a little creative hyperbole to get interest, but tread carefully. Job one in media relations is to scour media lists and keep them up-to-date and accurate.

Pitching 149

Pitching Sports Print Creativity 149

PRSay

APRIL 19, 2019

Thinking back to that first speech I gave to PR pros on boosting media pitching is crazy, because at the time I had no idea what a fork in the road that would be. If that day finished out the way it started, then there’s no way would I be writing you this post. Maybe you’ve wanted to block out more creative time during your week.

Hotels 133

Hotels Training Viral Pitching 133

Cision

APRIL 14, 2017

This week, I got to speak with Salzman about combining a love for words with a love for impact measurement, a foolproof way to approach strategic communication, and her secrets to media relations success throughout her career. Then I wrote a book on first jobs to avoid having to have one, and then began writing features for magazines.

Reputation 177

Reputation Measurement Exercises Pitching 177

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 20, 2022

And, given the vast amount of time I pour into writing about PR technology , I’m really pleased with the long list of contributions from the PR technology vendor community. b) More pay-to-play opportunities to participate in national media relations opportunities. Marketing turns to creative to stand out from the clutter .

Marketing 213

Marketing Content Marketing Data Social Media 213

Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Earned Media & Media Relations In the old days, sending out press releases and then managing a Rolodex of media contacts could help PR pros to land earned media. Today, landing earned media in publications that resonate with target audiences is only one small part of the earned-media mix.

Training 195

Training Media Training Crisis Communications Reputation 195

Critical Mention

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Hunter PR is a wonderful strategic and creative communications partner that helps brands by creating strategic programming, content and relationships that foster consumer attention to brands. Several popular topics covered in their news & views section of their site are advertising, digital, diverse, creative and awards news.

Public Affairs 172

Public Affairs Creativity Nonprofit Radio 172

Communications Conversations

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Over the last five years, we’ve created a social media playbook document that makes this a lot easier! Start research and writing a byline for my Trustmark client. Much of the work I do for them revolves around B2B media relations with HR publications, podcasts and blogs. Fun creative challenge each month!

Social Media 157

Social Media Media LinkedIn Tourism 157

PRSay

JANUARY 21, 2020

If the show’s concept is so popular and repeatable, then why not just write scripted, fictional versions of it? Your PR content may not have the backing of a network like ABC, but it can still benefit from a professional production team during writing stages, behind the camera and when developing a strategy.

Communications 161

Communications Storytelling Film Training 161

Marketwired

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

#CreativePR, the hashtag, caught our attention at last year’s PRSA conference when Deirdre Breakenridge, Jason Sprenger and Heather Whaling teamed up for their presentation, “Creative PR: Delivering Your Story From Narrative and Design to Measurement.” Rethink writing: Michelle Messenger Garrett.

Creativity 100

Creativity Pitching Writing Conference 100

Stephen Waddington

JUNE 9, 2017

Public relations practice is shifting from media relations to influencer relations, owned media, community management and social business. Media relations – media relations is declining as an area of public relations practice, although it remains a core activity with half of respondents ranking it as important.

Publicity 111

Publicity Survey Measurement Community 111

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 3, 2017

To improve writing. Richard Laermer and Kevin Dugan curate every PR person’s nightmare, the Bad Pitch Blog, dedicated to calling out media pitches that are off-target, poorly written or just bad for any number of reasons. Learn what not to write. To heighten creativity. Bad Pitch Blog. The Grammarly Blog.

Blogging 159

Blogging Pitching Fashion Sports 159

Sword and the Script

APRIL 19, 2016

My media relations and outreach efforts had secured an interview with CNBC for a technology client and the reporter had flown in to conduct it in person. Proven to get More Out of Media Relations. That was the outcome good media relations pitching earned. Pitch media upstream. Riff off the placement.

Media Relations 60

Media Relations Media Interviews Pitching 60

Mindful Marketing

JUNE 22, 2015

Last week PR Newser wrote an interesting article on the value of media relations. Patrick Coffee had insightful commentary on the Holmes Report’s 2015 World PR Report , where he “respectfully disagreed” with the report’s claim that “media relations skills are not seen as particularly relevant.”. Creativity is nice.

Media Relations 50

Media Relations Measurement Report Media 50

Prowly

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Public relations is still fundamentally about media relations and building connections. Where humans win is in emotional intelligence, creative storytelling, and long-term relationship building. While AI helps automate tasks and speed up workflows, it can't replace the human touch.

Digital PR 104

Digital PR Case Study SEO Measurement 104

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

We write plans that cover several months and in our personal lives we may do the same. In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are a few things you should know about the PR person you may be dating. . We are planners – This should come as no surprise. In PR, we are very organized and are trained to plan events and programs.

Product Launch 296

Product Launch Training Interviews Software 296

Sword and the Script

JUNE 18, 2019

What is for sure is that a solid PR team is versatile and can expertly cover down on a broad number of functions: internal comms, external comms, executive comms, media relations, analyst relations, corporate social responsibility, thought leadership and marcom, and as I’ve long proposed, content marketing, among many others.

Employee 154

Employee Print Writing Survey 154

Cision

JULY 26, 2016

In this interview, David discusses the importance of good writing skills, how technology has transformed the industry and how to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace. To truly stand out, you need creativity, innovation and originality. First and foremost, learn how to write. Once you know how to write, practice.

Writing 120

Writing Engineering Journalism Analytics 120